This book has engaging lessons, graphic organizers, and hand-on activities that help students respond to what they read and deepen comprehension.

Ready-to-go lessons for using picture books to teach the use of literary devices in writing.

1. Character -- 2. Setting -- 3. Plot -- 4. Expanding the reading and wrting experience.

In this text for teachers, the authors explain how to teach what really matters about character, setting, point of view, and theme.

Ready-to-use, high interest stories with mini-lessons and activities that help students understand literary elements and use them effectively in their writing.